Soho Music Institute food hygiene rating
Pub/bar/nightclub · Barnsley
Soho Music Institute holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the pub met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 27 November 2018, more than 7 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: 16-18 Shambles Street, S70 2SW
How it compares in Barnsley
That puts Soho Music Institute among the 1,344 places in Barnsley holding top marks, 83% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 1,344 | 83% | ← Soho Music Institute | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 143 | 9% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 69 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 17 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 31 | 2% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 8 | <1% |
A further 282 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Very good
- How well they manage food safety Very good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Soho Music Institute none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Soho Music Institute, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bistro Romanos Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 2 February 2024 |
| Bluu Barr Pub/bar/nightclub | 87 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 November 2018 |
| Annie Murrays Pub/bar/nightclub | 132 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 November 2025 |
| Butterfields Bar Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 139 yards away | 5 - Very good | 31 January 2024 |
| Ceylon Boyz Kitchen Takeaway/sandwich shop | 140 yards away | 5 - Very good | 26 January 2026 |
| Che Bar & Coco Pub/bar/nightclub | 165 yards away | 5 - Very good | 23 December 2024 |
| Brew Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 188 yards away | 5 - Very good | 15 May 2026 |
| Chennell's Bar Pub/bar/nightclub | 206 yards away | 5 - Very good | 11 November 2025 |
Questions about Soho Music Institute
What is Soho Music Institute's food hygiene rating?
Soho Music Institute has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Barnsley Council on 27 November 2018.
Is Soho Music Institute safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this pub to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Soho Music Institute last inspected?
Soho Music Institute was last inspected on 27 November 2018, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Barnsley Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Soho Music Institute?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Soho Music Institute compare to other places in Barnsley?
83% of the 1,612 rated food businesses in Barnsley hold the top rating of 5, and Soho Music Institute is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Barnsley Council inspects Soho Music Institute and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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